January 29, 2026By James DohnertMBS Prepayment Risk Expected to Rise in 2026Lower interest rates and potential policy changes are expected to help drive an increase in prepayment activity this year.
January 29, 2026By James DohnertMBS Ratings Criteria Change Leads to Upgrades at FitchA change in how MBS deals are rated led to more than 1,000 upgrades for tranches of deals backed by HELs and seasoned mortgages.
January 15, 2026By Brandon IveyGrapevine: SFA Names New Advocacy Director; Ginnie MBS ChangeSFA’s new director of advocacy comes from CSBS; Ginnie adjusts platinum MBS pooling; earnings per share at Orchid Island Capital up in fourth quarter; Setpoint to acquire due diligence provider.